1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2012 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Routan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 78 L |
